diep.io

"Diep.io" is a multiplayer action game with good mechanics and various tank classes, each with unique weapons. Players upgrade 8 stats, such as health and damage, to suit their playstyle. Despite its humor and fun factor, the game has many bugs and is filled with advertisements. The goal is to survive by destroying other players and upgrading your tank.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online

Reviews

62%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,999 reviews

graphics41 positive mentions

monetization221 negative mentions

monetization
247 mentions
10 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
89 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads that disrupt gameplay, particularly after each death. Many users feel that the intrusive ads detract from the overall experience, leading to lag and frequent disconnections, and some have suggested implementing a paid option to remove ads entirely. Overall, the consensus is that the current ad strategy is detrimental to player enjoyment and could lead to a decline in the game's popularity.
- “I really love this game because there are absolutely no ads, the tanks look cool, and the controls are easy to learn.”
- “Hands down the best free-to-play game in a long time... no in-app purchases, which is always great.”
- “One of the reasons is that it has no ads and it's a fun game.”
- “This game is constantly blasting you with ads; it freezes you in place while you're getting shot, and when you die, it will sometimes loop, making you have to restart your device. This game is garbage and was created by scum.”
- “The game is filled with fake players that get in your way to lag that just appears when someone fires too many shots, which ends up killing you because you can't control anything during the lag spike. The ads after you die make no sense when the servers feel more like a Ubisoft server.”
- “What have you done to this game? The latest update has made it so bad; it feels like you are overdoing it with a crazy amount of ads. It feels like you only care about money, just filling the game with ads.”
stability
152 mentions
1 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
99 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, lag, and unresponsive controls that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players experience crashes that force them to restart, often losing progress, and the presence of bugs and glitches is pervasive, making the game nearly unplayable for some. Despite its potential, the overall consensus is that the game requires urgent updates to address these stability issues.
- “Underrated. At first, I believed the ratings that it was glitchy, but the app works fine for me. If you have the right phone, tablet, or computer, there will be no glitches.”
- “The best game ever! No glitches, no lags, etc. It's probably the best.”
- “Sometimes when I spawn in team DM, the game freezes as there are AFK players shooting bullets, and I have one solution to this problem: kick players who are not moving.”
- “The game freezes very frequently, making the gameplay experience worse.”
- “This game is so incredibly painful; you can be level 45 then die and be level 20. The game is so buggy that I have perfect Wi-Fi and a perfect phone, yet I freeze and drift across the map only to get killed by a noob.”
graphics
107 mentions
38 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players expressing dissatisfaction due to lag, blurriness, and a general downgrade in quality, particularly on mobile devices. While some users appreciate the art style and find the graphics decent, a significant number report that the recent updates have made the game virtually unplayable due to performance issues. Overall, there is a strong call for improvements and optimizations to enhance the visual experience.
- “It has amazing graphics and gameplay!”
- “Tanks are in perfect shape and the graphics are crisp as bacon.”
- “The graphics are amazing in every way.”
- “This game used to be amazing to play for hours; however, now with all the additions of graphics and new modes and achievements, it has become so unbearably laggy. It feels as if you are playing at 10fps, and it runs slow even in the menus. This is not a device problem; the PC version was made for PC only because on mobile it is too much and not made for it. You can either revert it back or make some changes because right now it is unplayable.”
- “Also, the new graphics are atrocious. They are very blurry and hard to understand, and the home screen is way too complex. This is the very first change that is vital for the revival of this game.”
- “This game is so bad because the graphics on phone are horrific, and it's impossible to play on phone anymore. I used to love this game, but it needs to get better graphics before I ever play it again. It's just so bad.”
gameplay
92 mentions
41 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its fun and addictive mechanics, with many users appreciating the controls and overall concept. However, significant issues such as frequent lag, crashes, and unresponsive controls severely detract from the experience, leading to frustration among players. Additionally, the lack of updates and new content has left some feeling that the gameplay has become stale and unbalanced.
- “Very fun gameplay, and extremely addictive.”
- “Io is a well-designed concept, with well-balanced and enjoyable gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is amazing, the only problems I have are can you bring annihilator back and sometimes you can't see the person shooting at you, all you can see is the bullets, even if they are right next to you.”
- “It lags a lot (many times) which severely affects gameplay.”
- “The game freezes very frequently making the gameplay experience worse.”
- “Horrible lag, there is a long pause several times during gameplay and I end up dying, losing all my progress due to lag.”
humor
17 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with players finding amusement in both the chaotic gameplay and the absurdity of certain situations, such as being overwhelmed by stronger opponents. While many describe the game as funny and entertaining, some express frustration over its lag and balance issues, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the humor is a significant draw, contributing to the game's charm despite its flaws.
- “It's an amazing, funny game!”
- “The funny thing is it does not let you rage quit.”
- “This game is so funny.”
music
16 mentions
25 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
Overall, players express a strong desire for music and sound effects in the game, with many noting that the lack of audio significantly detracts from their experience. While some find the gameplay enjoyable, the absence of music leads to boredom and frustration, prompting repeated requests for updates to include audio elements. The consensus is clear: adding music and sound effects could greatly enhance the game's appeal.
- “I like this game because it's really fun; you can also listen to music while playing, so please add an update for the mobile version.”
- “Very entertaining, but please add some music.”
- “I love level-up games, but if you put music in, I would rate it 5 stars.”
- “There's no music or SFX, nothing to do at all.”
- “It's also incredibly annoying to have to sit through an ad that stops my music every time I respawn.”
- “I hate it: 1. There is no music, 2. Hard controls, I can't even turn right, I always turn left, 3. Make more changes.”
grinding
16 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players express significant frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that it often feels tedious and unrewarding, especially when progress is lost due to deaths or technical issues. Many feel overwhelmed by higher-level players and hackers, making it difficult to enjoy the game or advance without extensive grinding. While some appreciate the challenge, the overall sentiment leans towards grinding being a major barrier to enjoyment.
- “When you start a new game, other players that have been grinding for a while can easily destroy you over and over again, making the game very annoying.”
- “The game only becomes playable after tons of boring grinding, and even if you finish grinding and unlock your desired tank, you can still die very easily and then start the grind again.”
- “Way too much grinding and doing nothing to become the top-tier tanks, and you are very vulnerable while doing this, which means you can die easily and have to start again.”
optimization
15 mentions
27 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game is widely criticized, particularly on mobile devices, where users report severe lag, crashes, and unresponsive gameplay. Many players express disappointment over the lack of updates and improvements compared to the PC version, leading to a frustrating experience that detracts from the game's potential enjoyment. Despite some positive feedback on gameplay, the persistent performance issues significantly hinder user satisfaction.
- “This just needs some crazy optimizations (and better placement of menus and ads) and it could be good.”
- “I hope you fix the optimization issue so I can enjoy my best game!”
- “This version needs some optimization.”
- “But the problem is that version isn't optimized on mobile, it's almost unplayable and hardly enjoyable. It's very disappointing for someone who was playing deeply.”
- “The optimization is horrible, and the game is outdated compared to the PC version!”
- “Very bad performance, always keeps lagging.”
story
11 mentions
27 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a significant desire for a more engaging story in the game, with many players expressing boredom due to the lack of a narrative or structured quests. Users suggest the addition of a story mode, daily quests, and various game modes to enhance gameplay and provide a richer experience. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, the absence of a compelling storyline and diverse content is a common point of criticism.
- “After playing Diepio just one time, it's all I play now. I'm addicted and I've been playing for a long time now. I just wish there was a story mode, and I really don't rate games too much, so when I do, it's because I really enjoy playing it.”
- “This game is awesome, and what's funny is I'd watch gameplay of this game but like a sad story, basically like a roleplay.”
- “This is a great game, but the style of the game is very suspicious. Under those fun colors of red, yellow, and blue, it seems to have a story of warfare. Why would there be so many scraps? If you notice, some of the players have drones, and there literally appear to be drones as dead material, represented as red triangles. So I am assuming that they are drones that lost control, and the necromancer's minions are literally called drones as well. It would seem like the player collects drones to level up, so why are drones so important?”
- “Boring as the only storyline is killing shapes and others to upgrade and repeat... and I forgot about the sandbox mode you used to have but then removed it... boring and disappointing... 1 star.”
- “After playing Diepio just one time, it's all I play now. I'm addicted and I've been playing for a long time now. I just wish there was a story mode.”
- “I wish there was a story mode.”
emotional
7 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional response to the game, often feeling frustration and heartbreak due to technical issues like lag and unresponsive controls, which lead to significant setbacks and loss of progress. While some appreciate the game's potential, the negative experiences often overshadow their enjoyment, resulting in feelings of anger and sadness. Overall, the emotional impact is largely negative, with many players feeling compelled to quit due to these frustrations.
- “This game makes me want to cry; I constantly need to start fresh because the game restarts on every advertisement. I love the game, but this simple thing makes me hate it and want to quit playing.”
- “It can sometimes be heartbreaking to get killed in this game, so be careful about playing.”
- “This made me cry; Alexa, play Despacito.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users highlight that the game's simplistic design contributes to its high replayability, making it enjoyable to revisit multiple times.
- “The simplistic design offers a lot of replayability.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, making me want to come back for more.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes ensures that no two games are ever the same.”